Position
Berluti, the only menswear Maison within the LVMH Group, was founded in Paris in 1895 by Alessandro Berluti. Starting with bespoke footwear and built by four generations of shoemakers, the Maison today offers a complete head-to-toe wardrobe for the modern man, including ready-to-wear, shoes, leather goods, accessories, and exceptional objects. With over 70 stores worldwide, as well as a unique bespoke service available through its workshops on Rue Marbeuf and Rue de Sèvres in Paris, Berluti celebrates craftsmanship, timeless savoir-faire, and cutting-edge technique.
MISSION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manifattura Berluti is seeking an Industrial Compliance Specialist with experience gained in manufacturing contexts. Reporting to the Industrial Compliance Manager, and integrated into the Finance & Administration Department, the Industrial Compliance Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Audit and Risk Management function, with a specific focus on the evaluation and management of risks related to the compliance of subcontractors and suppliers of leather goods and footwear. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring that the company's subcontractors and suppliers operate in compliance with internal and external laws, regulations, and standards, including those related to sustainability and ethics.
Job responsibilities
- Improving the ethical and social practices of Subcontractors / Suppliers:
- - Conduct on-site audits and in-depth assessments of subcontractors/suppliers, verifying compliance with company codes of conduct, industry standards, and applicable regulations.
- Draft detailed audit reports, highlighting non-conformities, areas for improvement, and recommendations.
- Implement corrective actions with subcontractors/suppliers and verify their effectiveness.
- Subcontractor / Supplier Risk Assessment and Management:
- - Develop and implement strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with subcontractor/supplier compliance (e.g., ethical, social, environmental, quality, safety risks).
- Conduct risk analyses on existing and potential subcontractors/suppliers, identifying areas of non-compliance and proposing corrective actions.
- Strengthening industrial compliance procedures, skills, and tools:
- - Contribute to the development and updating of company policies and procedures related to subcontractor/supplier compliance.
- Promote a culture of compliance among subcontractors/suppliers and within the company.
- Provide training and support to internal teams (e.g., purchasing, production) on best practices for risk management and subcontractor/supplier compliance.
- Assist subcontractors/suppliers in understanding and applying required compliance standards.
- Coordination of all resources within the compliance ecosystem:
- - Collaborate closely with the Purchasing, Production, Quality, and Legal departments.
- Liaise with certification bodies, external consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Performance Management:
- - Constantly monitor the regulatory landscape and industry best practices in compliance.
- Prepare periodic reports on audit activities and risk levels for management.
Profile
- Degree in Economics, Management Engineering, Law, or related disciplines. Professional certifications will be considered a plus.
- At least 5 years of experience in Internal Audit, Compliance, or Supply Chain Audit roles (preferably in the manufacturing sector) or as a former officer of Italian law enforcement agencies.
- Specific Knowledge:
- - Proven experience in managing subcontractor and supplier compliance, with a particular focus on ethical, social, and environmental aspects.
- Knowledge of the principles, scope, and added value of Italian Law 231/01.
- In-depth knowledge of risk management frameworks and audit methodologies.
- Familiarity with international regulations and industry standards related to the supply chain (e.g., SA8000, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, REACH requirements…).
- Skills:
- - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various company functions and suppliers.
- Proficiency in audit and risk assessment methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Precision, attention to detail, and integrity.
- Social and environmental awareness.
- Excellent knowledge of the Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint.
- Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken); knowledge of other languages will be considered a plus.
Additional information
WORK LOCATION: Ferrara, frequent business trips (80%) mainly in Italy and occasionally abroad.
BERLUTI
MAISON
Berluti has been making shoes for the elegant man since it was founded. The Duke of Windsor, Jean Cocteau, Andy Warhol… The greatest clients walked through the House’s doors, each one passionate about and captivated by the timeless elegance of these exceptional shoes, elevated to the rank of works of art. Offbeat classicism and technical virtuosity are keynotes of the House, while its character remains the same. Its story began at the end of the 19th century, when a young 30-year-old Italian brought his creative energy to Paris in order to practice his craft as a master shoemaker. He named his first model, a lace-up shoe, after himself, Alessandro, and the House took his surname, Berluti. Since then, every generation of the House has cultivated exceptional savoir-faire in the mastery of form and working with leather and patinas. The result is models that are incomparably elegant and comfortable. But more than simply a prestigious shoemaker, Berluti has always represented a certain art de vivre. Naturally, new areas of expression have been explored: leather goods in 2005, and in 2011 a ready-to-wear line was launched.